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New app to support pet health during COVID-19

New app to support pet health during COVID-19

The Pet Health Pal app is powered by Facebook Messenger and WhatsAPP chatbots. Digital tool will give owners quick access to...

Researchers to collaborate on feline wellbeing

Researchers to collaborate on feline wellbeing

The iCatCare Feline Wellbeing panel aims to promote and better understand the mental wellbeing of cats. New iCatCare panels to...

New guidance for animal-related businesses in Wales

New guidance for animal-related businesses in Wales

Dog boarders, daycare centres and groomers are some of the organisations set to benefit from the guidance. Guidance includes tips...

Kennel Club Charitable Trust reopens emergency relief fund

Kennel Club Charitable Trust reopens emergency relief fund

The Kennel Club emergency relief fund supports organisations suffering financially due to the coronavirus pandemic. Second round will raise funds...

Lockdown rescue pets star in new Battersea advert

Lockdown rescue pets star in new Battersea advert

"Now we’re in lockdown, Potato is loving having us all around. He’s a great distraction from the news cycle and...

Canine epilepsy study may help owners to predict seizures

Canine epilepsy study may help owners to predict seizures

The study findings could give owners advance warning of seizures. Clinginess, excessive energy and unsettled sleep most commonly cited changes....

Vaccine uptake project receives funding boost

Vaccine uptake project receives funding boost

"It is essential that we understand the reasons for vaccine hesitancy in the UK" – Dr Gina Pinchbeck. Researchers to...

Cats twice as likely to survive snakebites than dogs

Cats twice as likely to survive snakebites than dogs

Cats in the study were twice as likely to survive being bitten by a snake than dogs. Scientists investigate the...

Therapy dog Buddy set to help disadvantaged young people

Therapy dog Buddy set to help disadvantaged young people

Buddy will be helping young people from disadvantaged backgrounds develop the tools and skills for a better life. Young Gloucestershire...

Fresh warning over dogs in hot cars amid lockdown easing

Fresh warning over dogs in hot cars amid lockdown easing

"We would urge owners to only travel if they can ensure their dog can be kept cool" – Bill Lambert,...